Anio

No wonder why you say that. I could say the same.

I think you forgot 42113, Sir.

@smoothbit I know this is not exactly the set you are looking, but I think that 8436 and 42144 kinda have this universal kit vibe. As for models using a motor kit (8293), here are the references that come to my mind : 9395, 8053, 8294, 8295, 8265, 42029, 42000, 9396, 42039, 42053, 42068. But I am afraid none of them has this universal kit feeling.

Hard to make any relevant comment on how your models is built, assembled, etc. But from a pure visual perspective, with the comparison picture, the official model really looks like a clown.

Great model, really. Clever idea to perfectly reuse 10317 inventory, and very clean design. It can't be any better.

I like it. :) It totally reminds me of Jehuty.

That's what I do.

A grudge about what ? You guys need to get beyond Eurobricks and Instragram sometimes. The side gates angle do not match the angle of the rear body which makes like a random MOC found on Brickshelf : https://www.techlug.fr/Images/Modele/75309/26.JPG Some gaps are filled in a way that is not even close to what a 4+ City product would achieve : https://www.techlug.fr/Images/Modele/75309/25.JPG The top of the side bay has some terrible stair effect. How hell that thing made it on the final product ? https://www.techlug.fr/Images/Modele/75309/28.JPG The small yellow details next to the cockpit are stickers. They could totally be made out of bricks. The "forhead" of the ship is plain ridiculous with 2 huge white 6x6 tiles. So much for the "UCS" label : https://www.techlug.fr/Images/Modele/75309/29.JPG The black stand is a joke (nothing to do with minifigs which I don't care much about) The model is structurally weak. If you handle it, some parts will fall off inside the "big slope" The 4L missile launchers are undersized. And worse,they lack details, textures. The launchers cones are blocky AF, which is beyond terrible : https://www.techlug.fr/Images/Modele/75309/39.JPG The wings are huge but have virtually no details to offer. Just loooooong and big plates. The greebling in the laser turret are hilarious. They are made of 7 parts ROFL : https://www.techlug.fr/Images/Modele/75309/36.JPG The only thing that is worth the UCS treatment is essentially the panels under the wings. They truly have a perfect adjustment : https://www.techlug.fr/Images/Modele/75309/37.JPG and https://www.techlug.fr/Images/Modele/75309/38.JPG People are dazzled with 75309 because the Republic Gunship a beloved ship, and because 75309 is big. But from a Lego perspective, it is quite a poor design, with very little details to offer and meh finish compared to its size.

I can see you are struggling; Here is a hint : the model is ugly.

With the image I could get, it seems that the UCS X-Wing is using part 68327 to make the engine air intakes.

Oh my godness. Guybrush is back.

Much better indeed. The design has more flow now.

I sense the Grohl style in these builds. :o

So much dedication to reach such a result. :O You nailed it !

Agreed. It is the first thing that came to my mind.

That's the next level of Lego Supercar. Sad (but understandable) that it goes with a chinese toy manufacturer.

Very nice. 42144 has a lot of potential. Pretty much like a universal kit.

Hopefully next time it won't be a bad surprise.

Hello !! The instructions for the UCS Desert Skiff are finally available ! Frousmoul did it like he did before. And so, the instruction comes with modular build, detailed steps, inventory and UCS sticker. A few more pics : https://www.techlug.fr/instructions-lego-star-wars/ST23/P/desert-skiff-ST23-anio-2018 As always, we ask a symbolic price - 10€ - for these instructions. However, if you want to give more to encourage our work, you are welcome. :) You can reach me by PM on EB, but also on Youtube, FlickR or Rebrickable (I also uploaded the MOC there). Or even better and simpler : email me directly at setechnic@gmail.com If you reproduce the model, do not hesitate to share some pictures. :) Anio

I can barely see if there are any Lego parts under all those stickers.

Thanks. It was one month ago. Here is the link for those who want to have a look. @Jim Are you sure ? I mean, postponing a flaship is quite a big move for the Technic line.

Source ?

I'm a bit into UCS. Three things come to my mind with your stickers : - make STAR WARS (and maybe the rest of the writing) a bit closer to the upper edge - clean the reflection on the windscreen to make the model look more sharp - print on a glossy paper

My review of Lars Family Homestead Kitchen #40531 : https://www.techlug.fr/Forum/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=12645

I don't care much about what car they pick. I just hope that we won't get a 3rd model with the same transmission/gearbox than Chiron and Sian. I want something new.